Douluo Continent: Angel Saint Huo Yuhao

Chapter 270 Intelligence
I kicked a metal plate... no, I should say I kicked a steel plate.

The host, who had just been acting superior, couldn't help but click his tongue.

Judging from the ages displayed by Rui Shou and Huo Yuhao, even if these two are unparalleled geniuses, their soul power level should only be around the fifth ring.

That's why he dared to act as if victory was assured, relying on the strength of three level seven experts.

Who knew we'd capsize in this ditch today?

"May I ask who you two gentlemen are, and what brings you here today...?"

Meeting their gazes, the host instantly displayed his professionalism, maintaining a composed and smiling demeanor despite his inner shock.

'Would you believe me if I said I was here to do business?'

Huo Yuhao rolled his eyes helplessly and casually said, "I came here today purely on a whim. After all, the names of the three major underground forces in Mingdu are so famous that it's hard not to want to see what's going on."

"However... after seeing it today, I am quite surprised by the capabilities of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce. They can even bring out such a treasure hidden deep inside Mingde Hall for auction. The power behind them must be considerable."

"Cough...cough~"

Upon hearing this, the host, as if struck in the back, quickly retorted, seemingly to deliberately interrupt and cover for something:

"You flatter me, sir. These kinds of goods came from those opportunistic fellows because Mingde Hall is about to be renovated. How could they have any 'energy' to them? We were just lucky."

'Oh--'

Ye Guyi's gaze swept across the room, causing the host to shiver.

However, since they are currently on someone else's turf, it's best not to tear things apart and leave some face and room for maneuver for both sides.

The Aodu Chamber of Commerce has secrets that cannot be revealed, but so do these individuals...

Huo Yuhao looked at the host, whose eyes were gleaming and whose face was full of cunning. He noticed a hint in the other person's eyes, and his mental detection, which covered the entire underground space, instantly locked onto the location of his gaze.

—It was that mysterious guy who had been hiding himself so quietly just now.

"Tell me! What exactly happened?"

Huo Yuhao's voice suddenly rang in his mind, startling the somewhat trembling host: "Mr...Master?"

"Just convey what you think in your heart, and I will hear you."

"……Yes!"

Without a moment's hesitation, the host revealed everything he knew.

The so-called three underground forces are actually a group of smugglers. Although their respective monopolized gray businesses are not bad, they are completely insignificant in the face of this trade that often involves millions or tens of millions of gold soul coins.

Therefore, for decades, the three forces have been fighting openly and covertly, trying to overpower the other two and control the entire smuggling business.

But obviously, such a highly profitable business will also attract the attention of some people, such as: the current crown prince Xu Tianran!
This ruthless figure is taking advantage of the martial law and heightened defenses in Mingdu to purge corrupt elements and block numerous smuggling channels. If it weren't for the destruction of Mingde Hall and the resulting loss of a large quantity of goods, the three major powers would have been strangled by this crackdown.

"So, you're thinking of us as spies sent by the Sun Moon Dynasty?"

Huo Yuhao was truly at his wit's end. It was as if he was born with a knack for causing trouble; even when he was walking down the street, someone would trip him up: "But since you know he's a special envoy sent by the imperial court, who gave you the audacity to try and take him down?"

"The ultimate backer of the Aodu Chamber of Commerce is Xu Guozhong."

The host said nonchalantly, “About a third of the military leaders and some senior soul masters are involved in the smuggling business. I heard that even the top disciple of the previous Mingde Hall Master is on this list.”

"..." That background is indeed very strong.

"Of course. The Chamber of Commerce prioritizes integrity and neutrality, aiming to respect its customers. I have no authority to mobilize guards to arrest someone based solely on personal judgment..."

The host glanced warily at the heavily burned captain of the guard, his gaze then locking onto the man who was dodging around through the crowd.

The entire underground space has been sealed off. No one, including the members of the Chamber of Commerce, can break through the outer level eight protective shield. The customers present are trapped here like that guy, with no way to escape.

"Although we don't know what grudge he has against the lord, the so-called intelligence was provided by this person!"

'Oh?'

Huo Yuhao was somewhat surprised.

He plays the role of someone who never leaves his home on the Sun and Moon side, so where would he get any enemies—wait a minute?
"It seems there really is someone I have a grudge against..."

Thinking of this, Huo Yuhao suddenly snapped his fingers at the crowd, and the powerful Crane Control and Dragon Capture technique almost twisted a physical mark in the air, like a chain, pulling out the mysterious man in the robe and lifting him into the air.

"Let go...put me down! You lowly outsider!"

Suddenly exposed to the public, the man beneath the cloak let out a familiar roar; it was none other than Wang Shaojie, with whom he had previously had some trouble.

However, this guy who used to flaunt his power by relying on the royal family seems to have taken on a position. Not only does he carry a soul tool that can conceal his aura, but he also has a token hidden in his pocket.

"Good guy~"

Huo Yuhao stared at the impotently furious Wang Shaojie, and amidst the sudden panic in the other's eyes, pulled out the Crown Prince's token: "So it turns out you're the one who's the devil..."

"Clam?"

The host, who had been crouching and covering his head in defense, suddenly changed his expression and slowly stood up, exuding a murderous aura: "Young master, that person has treated you very well!"

No wonder the Chamber of Commerce's auctions have been repeatedly snatched up lately. The timing is perfect; they're taken down before the evidence can even be destroyed.

So it turns out that the problem lies with this member of the royal family who should have been on Xu Guozhong's side?

"My lords, and all the distinguished guests present, the responsibility for today's events lies entirely with me."

The host, who had exposed the mole, had a sinister glint in his eyes. His resentment actually outweighed his fear, and he wished he could tear the mole apart on the spot with his gaze.

No… listen to me—

Before Wang Shaojie could even utter a word of protest, he was instantly wrapped up in a layer of light and thrown backstage, leaving the host with a forced smile and bowing to everyone around him.

"The Chamber of Commerce will bear all the losses suffered by everyone. All the treasures that were auctioned will be discounted by half, and a level 4 baby bottle will be given as compensation!"

Cutting off someone's money is like killing their parents, let alone the Aodu Chamber of Commerce.

The rest of Wang Shaojie's life can be easily imagined.

But, it seems to actually have some connection with Huo Yuhao.

"There's no need for compensation."

Huo Yuhao pondered for a moment: "And let's consider this a deal. I need you to provide intelligence on the various factions of the Sun Moon Sect, as payment for helping you find the traitor."

(End of this chapter)